Houston to Alexandria (IAH–AEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–AEX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 190 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CM, NZ | 21 | CR2 | 1h10 | Star Alliance | CM, NZ | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | 0h37 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Alexandria from Houston
| Metric | IAH→AEX | GRK→AEX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 50 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 10m | 0h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · AEX: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Alexandria.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–AEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to AEX
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Alexandria International Airport (AEX) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 50 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to AEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to AEX is about 1 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 190 miles (306 km). There are approximately 50 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 85 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Fort Worth and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fort Cavazos (GRK).